The long-sacrosanct practice of keeping young Russian army conscripts off the front lines is eroding as the lack of troops in Russia’s Kursk region indicates a manpower shortage.
Tag: Draft and Recruitment (Military)
Ultra-Orthodox Israelis Protest Conscription at Draft Center in Jerusalem
Protests over military conscription highlight the rising tensions surrounding a court order overturning a decades-long exemption for the religious community.
War Is Draining Ukraine’s Male-Dominated Work Force. Enter the Women.
More and more women are replacing men mobilized in the army. But there are not enough of them to make up for the labor shortage affecting the economy.
War Shatters Dating Scene for Women in Ukraine
While the pursuit of love might seem secondary to dealing with the horrors and privations of the war, many Ukrainians say they need romantic relationships to help them cope.
Ukraine Ramps Up Mobilization of Troops
Large numbers of recruits will arrive at the front in the coming weeks, soldiers and military analysts said, but some are poorly trained or out of shape.
In Burkina Faso, ‘Nowhere Is Safe’ from Terrorists or Troops
The West African nation of Burkina Faso was once known for its lively arts scene. Now, it is a country torn apart by Islamist extremists and the government’s brutal effort to drive them out.
Dysfunction Sidelines Ukraine’s Parliament as Governing Force
With the president’s party split, the government relies on formerly pro-Russian lawmakers to help it pass legislation and, the opposition says, minimize scrutiny.
How to Escape From the Russian Army
Facing grim job prospects, a young Nepali signed up to join Russia’s military, which sent him to fight in Ukraine. His ordeal of combat, injury and escape turned into a tale worthy of Hollywood.
What the Court’s Ruling on Drafting the Ultra-Orthodox Means for Israel
Israel’s insular ultra-Orthodox community has long been exempt from military service. The Supreme Court’s decision to end that exemption could change the country’s social and political dynamics.
What the Court’s Ruling on Drafting the Ultra-Orthodox Means for Israel
Israel’s insular ultra-Orthodox community has long been exempt from military service. The Supreme Court’s decision to end that exemption could change the country’s social and political dynamics.